Instrument & Electrical Engineer

Date Posted: April 16, 2026
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Reports To: Engineering Group Lead
Duration: Full-time, Permanent

Position Summary

The Instrument & Electrical Engineer applies established engineering standards, codes of practice, and internal guidelines to design and coordinate instrumentation, control systems, and electrical projects of moderate complexity. This role is involved across the full project lifecycle, from early definition and planning through execution, commissioning, and closeout.

The Engineer also plays a key role in supporting site operations by providing technical expertise and guidance to troubleshoot and resolve plant issues related to instrumentation, electrical systems, and control and safety systems, helping ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering design documentation for plant changes related to instrumentation, electrical, and control systems, including PLC, SIS, and DCS.
• Size, select, and procure equipment, and oversee installation and commissioning of new and upgraded systems.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of instrumentation, electrical, and control (IEC) documentation, including instrument databases, specification sheets, drawings, logic diagrams, and cause-and-effect matrices.
• Manage assigned projects through all lifecycle stages, from initiation to closeout, ensuring clear scope definition, effective planning, and safe, successful execution.
• Apply Methanex’s Management of Change (MOC) and Manufacturing Capital Management Process (MCMP) procedures to assess, approve, and implement temporary and permanent plant changes.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to site teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to instrumentation, electrical, and control/safety systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and maintain clear, consistent communication to ensure alignment on project progress, priorities, and expectations.
• Support site turnarounds and collaborate with other technical disciplines on projects and improvement initiatives.
• Participate in hazard assessments, “what-if” reviews, operational risk discussions, and root cause analyses to support safe and reliable operations.
• Contribute to Responsible Care®, safety, and reliability initiatives, including active participation in behavioral-based safety programs, audits, and observations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., Canadian Electrical Code, ISA, IEC), and maintain awareness of related discipline requirements (e.g., ABSA, ASME, API).
• Build strong working relationships across the global Methanex organization, share knowledge with team members, and contribute to continuous improvement and departmental objectives.

Position Qualifications

Experience and Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Industrial Controls, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in instrumentation, control systems, and electrical design within an industrial environment.
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta or registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) and actively progressing toward P.Eng. designation.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations, along with discipline-specific engineering practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with valve sizing and instrumentation selection/sizing tools is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with control systems such as Triconex and DeltaV is considered an asset.
• Project management experience, including planning and execution of small to medium-sized projects, is considered an asset.
• Experience in gas processing, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments is considered an asset.

Competencies

• Demonstrates cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively within a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Customer-focused, with a strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Sound decision-making skills, using a balance of analysis, experience, and judgment.
• Results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships through collaboration, diplomacy, and tact.
• Committed to continuous learning and self-development, with demonstrated learning agility.
• Effective communication skills, including clear written, verbal, and active listening abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.

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